M2 - Ball Milling Theory and Practice by Lloyd Sponenburgh

Ball Milling Theory & Practice for the Amateur Pyrotechnician by Lloyd Sponenburgh - a classic, now available from AFN. Hard info, including assembly; construction; lead media; sieves; milling mechanics, times, temperature, selection and mixing; a great section on safety with milling.

A MUST HAVE for the serious pyro. Comb-bound, 8 tables, 13 illustrations, 70 pages.

If you want to learn how to grind your own materials faster and efficiently, or to simply make better black powder, this book's for you.

This 66 page manual contains plans, bills of materials, tool lists, and clear, step-by-step instructions for building a homemade, yet durable and high quality ball mill. Also included are sections on grinding media and casting your own lead media.